by Nik Zwaneveld | Dec 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Iron fouling poses a persistent challenge in membrane water treatment systems, impacting efficiency and requiring robust mitigation strategies. Here we delve into the mechanisms of iron fouling, and effective techniques to combat its effects on membrane performance....
by Nik Zwaneveld | Dec 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
We have recently invested in a pilot Plate and Frame Filter for both testing and process development as well as a rental for in-field testing. Designed for versatility and ease of use, this filtration system is easily deployed to validate a new process before taking...
by Nik Zwaneveld | Dec 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
In the complex world of water treatment, operational challenges can arise unexpectedly, impacting the efficiency of membrane systems. To empower operators and engineers in overcoming hurdles, we present a comprehensive operational troubleshooting guide that allow you...
by Nik Zwaneveld | May 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Hydrophis green minerals pilot plant starts up Membrane Works are proud to at last turn on the “desal brine to green minerals” pilot plant that we have been developing for Hydrophis over the last two years. This is a carbon capture and utilization system (CCU) that...
by Nik Zwaneveld | May 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Microorganisms are present everywhere around us; in the air, in the water, in the earth and inside us and play a critical role in many biological processes. From a water treatment perspective, they are harnessed to break down organic carbon, ammonia and nitrate waste...
by Nik Zwaneveld | Apr 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
“Membrane Plant Design and Operation” Training Course We are excited to announce that Membrane Works will be conducting the “Membrane Plant Design and Operation” training course at IWES on the Gold Coast from July 17th to 21st, 2023. IWES,...
by Nik Zwaneveld | Jul 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
We are moving! We are excited to announce that due to our expanding business, Membrane Works are moving to a new larger facility on the 1st of August 2022. This is driven by increasing demand for pilot scale testing and processing and this facility will allow us to...
by Nik Zwaneveld | Jan 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Membrane cleaning helps avoid shipping 10 trucks of water per week We worked closely with Australian Consolidated Milk to solve a fouling problem in their water treatment plant that helped avoid shipping 10 truck loads of water to site per week. Want to find out more...
by Nik Zwaneveld | Jan 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Colloidal fouling (iron, clay and organic foulants) Colloidal fouling is an especially common fouling in pre-treatment systems like UF or MF and despite being quite soft, can be very difficult to remove. Colloidal fouling can also be found in RO/NF systems and ion...
by Nik Zwaneveld | Jan 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Ultra-filtration and Micro-filtration Membrane Autopsies Ultra-filtration (UF) and micro-filtration (MF) membranes differ significantly from RO membranes both in their applications and their construction and usage. The first key difference is that UF and MF...
